Love all courtside
The summer tennis season brought with it a resurgeance in several fashion items associated with the game.
Long considered one of the world’s most fashionable sports, tennis has elevated several key fashion items from on court to everyday. Think sneakers, flip skirts, V-neck polo knits, cute dresses, and the most iconic example the tennis bracelet, which sky rocketed to cult-status in 1970 when Wimbledon champion Chris Evert hit the court wearing one.
Design Director at Michael Hill, Maria Then, says sales of tennis bracelets have increased by 14% in the past year. “Tennis bracelets are a classic wardrobe staple that combines luxury and simplicity. The overarching fashion trend that drives the tennis bracelet sales is hyper-classicism.
“The tennis bracelet is a special piece that carries an emotional connection for the wearer. Their versatility is key to their popularity. They can be worn on their own or stacked for a bolder look, and look great with any type of outfit and occasion.”
Tennis bracelets with fancy cut diamonds (those other than the most classic round brilliant cuts) are continuing to trend. Look out for princess (square) cuts, and baguettes (rectangular), along with coloured fancy gemstones.
